I've used trader for my car servicing & MOT for over 10 years. They are trustworthy, reliable,and efficient. They provide value for money servicing. No job is too small and they are always helpful. Although they specialise in Volkswagen & Audi they are also experts in other makes -I should know because my car is a Ford.

I have used this garage on a number of occasions for a couple of cars. It is simply the best garage service I have ever come across. The services are reliable and the staff friendly and helpful. They offer a flexible approach to dealing with servce and car repairs and offer only what is needed.

Eighteen months later and we are still using Magnet. But my reason for writing now is to record that having dealt with a fault signaled by a warning light on my Logo at a cost of £140 to replace a cable (which itself cost £89.50) the light came on again on the way home. I phoned them and they asked me to take it in again. I did and they looked at it again but could not fix it. They acknowledged the main Honda dealer could undoubtedly repair but questioned whether for a 12 year old car it would be worth paying their prices but that was for me to decide. In the meantime they refunded my £140. So all their work for nothing.

Went for a price to repaint my Prius bonnet as it was blistering. They gave me a price at £40 cheaper than another local repairer but advised me to go to my local Toyota dealer as the problem was rust and he'd never seen a Prius bonnet rust before. I'm now in talks with my Toyota dealer. Well done A1.

My wife owns a Toyota Yaris which needed minor bodywork repair. We took it to the local dealership only to be informed that they "farmed" out bodywork repairs to Howard Basford. We visited their premises and were left to "stew" whilst the man who had requested to attend us, and within sight of each other, deliberately ignored our presence. After about 15 minutes and still waiting, we left.
We then visited A1 Autocare Service. The man to see was on his tea break and although we were willing to wait he left his tea to see us and examine the car. Not only that but he sorted out our problem in no time. Attention like this is to be commended and as a result it will be A1 Autocare Service that we shall use next time the car needs a service, MOT or repair.

Top quality car repairs backed by first-class documentation. Having been let-down often by car repairers, it takes a lot to win my confidence but Toronto has managed to win over this hard-to-please customer. I have never come across such total integrity in the motor trade before. They set the highest standards for themselves and simply will not turn out a less than first-class job. Their charges are fair and transparent.

I have been using 'The Garage' in Mapledale Road for a couple of years, as have other members of my family for servicing and repairs. He is quite happy to simply fit parts you supply or will get them at reasonable prices.

I never have an issue with timescales, cost or performance from Alan and his staff. He explains in detail the issues, shows changed items and give scosts upfront. He generally finishes before estimate and will wait for you if late. Fully recommend this garage.

Friends recommended this garage and I have recommended it to others. Both my husband and I (van and car) take our business here. No job is too small and they take a pride and interest in ensuring you are happy and will do their best to help. Reasonably priced too.

Mr. Whelan has looked after my car very well for the last two years. From the annual service and MOT through to a range of repairs and checks I have always been left trusting the quality of his work and the advice he has given me. On two occasions he's even had the car in for the day, taken bits apart to inspect them and then told me I could have something (expensive) done, but it doesn't really need it. Then he hasn't charged me because he "didn't do anything." Sure enough, several months later the car's still running well. When Mr Whelan considers that he has done some work his charges are average for a small, independent garage. I don't begrudge paying the bills, however, as I feel I can trust a good mechanic who doesn't try to rip me off. Since starting to go to Mr Whelan I've come across three other people who've been taking their cars to him for years and they all give glowing reports.

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